Ipomoea pulcherrima
Overview
Ipomoea pulcherrima is a species of plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is endemic to Peru.
Ipomoea pulcherrima faces severe threats from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat conversion, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native coastal and lowland environments. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting its specialized habitat requirements.
Habitat
This morning glory species inhabits coastal areas, dry forests, and disturbed lowland environments in the Caribbean region. It typically grows in well-drained soils and can tolerate some degree of habitat disturbance, though it requires specific microclimatic conditions for successful reproduction.
Conservation measures underway
Other threatened species in CONVOLVULACEAE
Threatened in Peru
Frequently asked questions
Why is Ipomoea pulcherrima classified as Critically Endangered?
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